Tofan to discuss Ukrainian gas supplies in Kyiv

Moldova will explore natural gas imports from Ukraine as Kyiv eases export restrictions, Prime Minister Vasile Tofan said, acknowledging delays in securing long-term supply contracts.

Panama hit by 7.7-magnitude quake as canal operations stay safe

A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Panama on Sunday, injuring at least 30 people, damaging hundreds of buildings, and triggering over 100 aftershocks across central provinces, emergency officials reported.

Surging costs push Moldovan wine grape growers into red

Moldovan grape growers face mounting operational losses this season as low winery procurement prices and record fuel expenses undermine a projected 15% increase in total grape yields.

Saudi airport strike raises fears of wider regional war

At least 12 people were killed and 309 injured in an attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport on Saturday, Saudi authorities said, prompting a suspension of airport operations.

Vatra family cuts power bills with state-backed solar grant

A Moldovan family in Vatra installed solar panels and battery storage to cut utility bills and feed surplus clean electricity into the grid, supported by a government-backed energy efficiency program.

Urban heat traps Chisinau as climate change drives temperatures up

Chisinau faces intensifying summer heatwaves as the capital's average temperature climbed by 1.2 degrees Celsius, driven by rapid urban development and wider regional climate shifts.

Doctor outlines severe thrombosis risks and key prevention steps

Cardiologist Natalia Sumarga warned of the severe dangers of blood clots during a Radio Moldova interview, urging citizens to recognize risk factors and maintain cardiovascular health through regular physical mobility.

Moldovan authorities boost funding to counter mental illness

Nearly one in five Moldovan adults reports depression symptoms, yet fewer than two percent seek clinical assistance, public health officials revealed on World Mental Health Day.

Sandu says Romania union rests with voters as EU path remains key

Moldovan citizens alone must decide any prospective unification with Romania, President Maia Sandu said, underscoring that constitutional thresholds require broad national backing while European Union accession remains Chișinău's priority.

Bucharest calls on Kyiv to protect Romanian-language study

Romania urged Ukraine on Friday to preserve its Romanian-language school network, calling for firm legislative safeguards to protect minority mother-tongue education amid ongoing domestic reforms.

WHO urges lifestyle intervention over obesity drugs in young children

The World Health Organization prioritises healthy nutrition, regular exercise, and behavioural therapy over weight-loss drugs such as GLP-1 therapies for young children struggling with obesity, according to its new global guidelines.

Sandu targets 2028 EU treaty while uncoupling breakaway conflict

Moldova is technically prepared to conclude individual European Union accession chapters, President Maia Sandu said, reaffirming Chișinău's ambition to sign an accession treaty by the end of 2028.